"from Rome, the eternal city"
Origin: Latin
Language: Italian
Roma
Pronunciation: [ r-OHM-ah ]
Girl Name
#1,680 Most Popular
Hidden Gem
2 Syllables
The eternal city in a name — timeless and strong
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Indian
Russian
Eastern European
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Meaning & Origin
"love, joy"
Origin: Sanskrit
Language: Hindi
Things to Know About This Name
- Roma is also the term for the Romani people of Europe — not a negative association, but worth knowing for cultural sensitivity
The Story of Roma
Roma is the Italian and Latin name for Rome, the eternal city at the heart of the Roman Empire. As a given name, Roma carries the grandeur of one of history's greatest civilizations. In India, Roma is also used as a given name connected to the Sanskrit root for love or joy. The name has been used across Italian, Spanish, Russian, and Indian cultures, making it a genuinely multicultural choice.
Roma experienced a notable moment when filmmaker Alfonso Cuaron named his acclaimed 2018 Netflix film Roma, set in 1970s Mexico City. The film's Oscar success brought fresh attention to the name. In India, Roma has been a consistently used name for decades.
Roma conjures the eternal city and all its historical, artistic, and cultural weight. In Indian culture, it carries its own independent meaning. The name also gained Alfonso Cuaron's cinematic tribute in his deeply personal 2018 film.
Fun Facts
- Alfonso Cuaron's Oscar-winning film Roma (2018) is a love letter to Mexico City and the director's childhood nanny
- The city of Rome has been called the Eternal City since at least the 1st century BCE
Roma in Other Languages
Greek
Ρώμη
Hindi
रोमा
Latin
Roma
Italian
Roma
Russian
Рома
Famous People Named Roma
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Roma Downey
Actor
1960
Northern Irish-American actress known for Touched by an Angel and producer of the Bible miniseries
R
Roma Maffia
Actor
1958
American actress known for Nip/Tuck and Chicago P.D.
Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #1,680
- Total SSA Count
- 121
- Cultural Origins
- Italian Spanish Indian Russian Eastern European
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- High
Alternative Spellings
Common Nicknames
Ro
Romi
Pairs Well With
Roma Grace
Roma Victoria
Roma Elena
Roma Lucia
Roma Isabella
Roma Claire
Roma Jean
Sibling Names
Also a Boy Name
Roma is also used as a boy name, ranked #19868.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Roma
What does the name Roma mean?
"from Rome, the eternal city" (from Latin). "love, joy" (from Sanskrit). Roma is the Italian and Latin name for Rome, the eternal city at the heart of the Roman Empire. As a given name, Roma carries the grandeur of one of history's greatest civilizations. In India, Roma is also used as a given name connected to the Sanskrit root for love or joy. The name has been used across Italian, Spanish, Russian, and Indian cultures, making it a genuinely multicultural choice.
What is the origin of the name Roma?
Roma has Latin, Sanskrit, Italian, Spanish, Indian, Russian, and Eastern European origins. In Latin, it means "from Rome, the eternal city". In Sanskrit, it means "love, joy".
Is Roma a boy or girl name?
Roma is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it is ranked #1680. As a boy name, it is ranked #19868. Roma is more commonly used as a girl name.
How do you pronounce Roma?
Roma is pronounced r-OHM-ah.
How popular is the name Roma?
Roma is currently ranked #1680 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Roma?
Common nicknames for Roma include Ro and Romi.
What are good middle names for Roma?
Popular middle name pairings include Roma Grace, Roma Victoria, Roma Elena, Roma Lucia, Roma Isabella, Roma Claire, and Roma Jean.
What are good sibling names for Roma?
Names that pair well with Roma as siblings include Siena, Florence, Venice, Nico, Marco, Luna, and Aria.
How many syllables does Roma have?
Roma has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Roma a common or rare name?
Roma is an uncommon name, ranked #1680 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
About the Name Roma
Roma is a girl name with Italian, Spanish, Indian, Russian, and Eastern European origins . The name means "from Rome, the eternal city" in Latin .
Is Roma a boy or girl name? Roma is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #1,680 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #19,868. Roma is more commonly used as a girl name.
Roma is currently ranked #1,680 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Roma has 2 syllables and is pronounced r-OHM-ah, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Roma include Ro and Romi. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Roma include Romina, Romy, Romi, Romee, Rome . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.